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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Nokomis say speaks to her?

2. Where does the family spend the winter?

3. Whose memory does Omakayas decide to honor?

4. Which of the following does Old Tallow's dog NOT do to Omakayas?

5. What does Andeg bring to Omakayas?

Short Essay Questions

1. What story does Nokomis tell Omakayas and the women which frightens Omakayas but moves the other women?

2. How does the author explore the relationship between whites and natives in this section?

3. How does Ten Snow help Omakayas get started in beadwork and what does Omakayas make?

4. How does Omakayas help pinch when he burns himself with boiling syrup?

5. What preparations do Mama and Nokomis make for the family's food to get them through the winter?

6. What does the mention of the cold weather being sudden and particularly harsh foreshadow?

7. What does Omakayas witness as she comes to after being knocked unconscious by Tallow's dog?

8. Why is Nokomis' story of a little muskrat especially pertinent for Omakayas?

9. Describe Omakayas' preparation and attempts at her spiritual quest?

10. What happens to Omakayas after the smallpox deaths, and who is the one who is able to help her?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

The author uses more than one iteration on the theme of pride. Identify at least two instances about pride in the book and then cite examples to support your answer.

Essay Topic 2

The author used more than one iteration on the theme of loss. Identify at least two examples about loss in the book and then explain why the examples support the theme.

Essay Topic 3

Create a brief character study of Nokomis. What did she look like? What were her positive personality traits? What were her dreams and fears? What was most valuable to her in her world?

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